A.Q. Shipley SELECTED BY: Steelers Round 7 (17)

SI Grade 3.39 GRADING SYSTEM

BIOGRAPHY: Three-year starter at center awarded all-Conference honors the past two seasons and All-American mention after his senior campaign. Began his college career on the defensive line before moving to center prior to his sophomore season.

POSITIVES: Explosive and hard-working lineman who plays smart football. Built low to the ground, bends his knees and gets leverage on opponents. Moves well on his feet, and effective blocking in motion. Fights with his hands, extends them into defenders and adjusts to ride opponents from their angle of attack. Good jolt and pop at the point of attack. Quickly gets into blocks, stays with the action, and shows ability as a position blocker.

NEGATIVES: Gets minimal movement run blocking, and does not open up the middle of the field. Short, and is overwhelmed by large defenders.

ANALYSIS: Shipley has been a durable, effective lineman at Penn State, and he comes off a terrific senior campaign. He gets the most from his abilities, and he has possibilities in a zone-blocking system as a backup.

PROJECTION: Fifth/Sixth Round